INDIANAPOLIS – The Bartholomew County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) is stepping up patrols to crack down on seatbelt usage now through the end of the month. Deputies are joining the national “Click it or Ticket” campaign promoting safe driving habits like seat belt usage from May 17-31.
Indiana Criminal Justice Institute Director Douglas Huntsinger states, ” It’s critical to remind all motorists that wearing a seatbelt is not just the law; it’s something that can save your life. Our goal is simple – we want everyone to make it home safely. Buckling up is the first step in achieving that goal.”
During the “Click or Ticket” campaign, BCSO will take a no-excuses approach to enforcement, issuing citations to anyone not properly restrained.
Research shows that seat belts can reduce the risk of injury or death in a crash by up to 65%. Without a seat belt, people are at a higher risk of being ejected from a vehicle, which can lead to fatal outcomes.
For more information on seat belt safety, visit on.in.gov/seatbelt.
